large and small stones, and trees that had piled up along riverbanks, including debris that had landed on private property along watercourses. Consult with the Town Manager or Clerk to find out if the municipality will be taking such action prior to paying for costly debris removal.
In the event of a disaster, the town may also provide dumpsters for the purpose of
removing debris from private property. In the alternative, following Irene, some trash collection services donated dumpsters to help homeowners clear their properties. Contact the Town Manager or Clerk to find out if such options exist in your client’s neighborhood.
If all else fails, the homeowner will have to use the local landfill or waste station. Note, however, that the following cannot be disposed with other debris and trash:
Toxic chemicals, including: pesticides, pool chemicals, acids, drain cleaner, etc.
Explosives, including fireworks and flares Ammunition Unprotected “sharps,” including needs and broken glass Car batteries and rechargeable batteries Electronics Mercury products, including: fluorescent bulbs, thermostats, thermometers Toxic car products, including: Oil, gas, brake cleaner, tires, etc. Painting materials, including: Oil-based paint, stain, varnish, paint thinner and stripper
Fuel tanks, including: propane cylinders, gas cylinders, etc. Large appliances, including: refrigerators, freezers, stoves, washers, dryers, and scrap metal.
After a disaster, it is likely that regional household hazardous waste collections will be held. See ANR’s website for additional information.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What can I do with the property of my neighbor which the disaster carried over onto my land?
When personal property is carried away (e.g. by a hurricane or flood) and comes to rest on the land of another, it still remains the personal property of the original owner, who may enter and retrieve the personal property, so long as such entry and retrieval do not cause a breach of the peace. If the landowner refuses to allow the original owner to enter, the original owner should not enter the property by force, but the original owner will have an action against the landowner. On the other hand, if the landowner finds another’s lost property, the landowner has (i) the right to possession against all others but the true owner, (ii) no obligation to
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